August

Lt. Governor Releases Con Con Cost Study

Lt. Governor Aiona recently announced that a fair, effective and inclusive constitutional convention can be held for under $10 million.

Statewide Program Takes Aim At Flu

Lt. Governor Aiona led a news conference Wednesday at the State Capitol that sets the stage for the second year of a statewide program aimed at protecting school children between ages 5 and 13 from the flu.

Hawai`i Tourism Leaders Gather

Lt. Governor Aiona opened the 2008 Hawai`i Tourism Conference on Thursday by acknowledging challenges facing the industry and emphasizing the importance of its leaders to work together to keep Hawai`i's main economic engine moving forward.

In Case You Missed It

Read the Hawai`i RED Magazine interview with Lt. Governor Aiona, including his thoughts on how Hawai`i can broaden its horizons and thrive as a state, a community and a culture.

State Helps Lead Battle Against Heart Disease

Lt. Governor Aiona and an estimated 2,500 walkers and runners took big steps Saturday toward helping reduce heart disease deaths in Hawai`i.

Hawai`i Attempts Record For Largest Group Hug

Behind key support from Lt. Governor Aiona and more than 7,000 people in Honolulu, an 11-year-old student from Punahou School led Hawai`i's attempt Saturday to break the world record for the largest group hug.

OceanFest Returns to Waikiki

Lt. Governor Aiona on Saturday helped build the buzz for OceanFest, a week-long festival focused on water-sports competitions in Waikiki.

State Focuses on Developing Aerospace Industry

Playing to Hawai`i's prominent role in astronomy worldwide, Lt. Governor Aiona expressed strong support Thursday for aerospace development in the state before an audience of federal officials at a legislative briefing inside the State Capitol.

Lt. Governor Unveils After-School Program in Hilo

Lt. Governor Aiona last week helped launch an after-school program for students at Hilo Intermediate School.

Lt. Governor Opposes Lowering of Drinking Age

Lt. Governor Aiona and MADD-Hawai`i countered claims by more than 100 college presidents and chancellors that federal lawmakers should consider lowering the legal drinking age from 21 to 18.

Hawai`i Drug Control Plan Paying Off

Families throughout Hawaii were consumed with bad news about crystal methamphetamine, or "ice," when the Lingle-Aiona administration first took office in 2002.

Lt. Governor Welcomes Little League World Champs

The new Little League World Champions returned home to Hawai`i Monday to an official welcome from Lt. Governor Aiona as well as a cheering crowd of family, friends and fans at the Honolulu International Airport.

New Hawai`i Drug Control Web Site

Check out the Lt. Governor's new web site to keep you informed of the state's latest drug control efforts and resources.

Lt. Governor Continues to Inform Public on Con Con

With an emphasis on civic responsibility, Lt. Governor Aiona spoke to two community groups about the opportunity for Hawai`i residents to hold a convention to update the Hawai`i State Constitution.